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YN56 NXK

2006 Buell XB12S

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

22,177 mi
Last recorded22,177 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Buell XB12S10,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN56 NXK
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 22,177 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 22,155 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 21,531 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 21,531 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 21,090 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 21,088 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2018 19,229 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 16,505 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 15,268 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 13,075 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 11,783 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 10,663 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 8,827 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 6,252 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 3,398 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB12S?

Based on 6,009 MOT tests across 747 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
449
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
747
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
reflector on motorcycle missing 44
Footrest missing 31
Headlamp aim too high 27
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YN56 NXK is a 2006 Buell XB12S in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 10,382 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Buell XB12S fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YN56 NXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YN56 NXK registered?

YN56 NXK is a 2006 Buell XB12S, first registered on 21 October 2006.

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